People Operations & HRIS Associate

BuyWander•Spokane Valley, WA

8d•$55,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a People Operations & HRIS Associate to support our growing, multi-state team. This role is ideal for someone with a few years of experience who is comfortable owning HR systems and payroll operations, while continuing to grow within a fast-paced environment. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role responsible for ensuring HR systems, payroll, and day-to-day people operations run smoothly.

Requirements

2–5 years of experience in HR, People Operations, or a related field
Experience working in an HRIS platform (Paylocity experience strongly preferred)
Familiarity with payroll processes and workforce administration
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Comfortable working with systems and learning new tools quickly
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills and a professional, approachable demeanor
Ability to balance both systems-oriented work (HRIS/payroll) and employee-facing responsibilities

Nice To Haves

Experience in multi-location or multi-state environments
Exposure to high-growth or operationally complex organizations

Responsibilities

Administer and maintain our HRIS (Paylocity), including implementation support, data integrity, and ongoing optimization
Own and support payroll operations, including audits, off-cycle payrolls, and issue resolution
Partner with General Managers to reduce administrative burden related to HR processes
Support the development and implementation of standardized HR processes in partnership with senior leadership
Serve as a primary point of contact for employees, ensuring a positive and professional experience
Coordinate recruiting efforts, including scheduling and candidate communication
Handle routine employee relations matters and escalate more complex issues as appropriate
Support performance management processes through coordination, tracking, and reporting (not design or ownership of company-wide programs)
Liaise with third-party providers (e.g., benefits administrator) to support employee needs